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Heroes yes, but human
Into his third, with hope and zeal Ravikrishna is excited about his third film, `Ponniyin Selvan,' releasing today.
In the City
A message goes global `Kamaraj' has been dubbed in English as `Kingmaker.' The film will be released on August 15. 
I-Day bonanza for TV viewersThe specials chart runs like this: debate at 8 a.m. with Dindigul I. Leoni as moderator, interview with actor Surya at 9 a.m. followed by a face-to-face with Vikram at 10 a.m. Listen to maestro Ilayaraja as he talks about his latest music album, ... `Chandramukhi' in South Africa Chandramukhi completes its 100-day run in South Africa too.
Sags after a promising startAgathiyan, winner of the national award for best direction for "Kadhal Kottai" proves again that he has the potential to make films with mass appeal. Kalaivani Movie Makers' "Selvam" has a good screenplay and Agathiyan, the author, has guided ... 
Not entirely for childrenCast: (voices) Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett- Smith, David Schwimmer, Sacha Baron Cohen Storyline: City-bred zoo animals find they have to fend for themselves in the wild. Bottomline: Visually pleasing, often laugh-outloud funny, ... Four years too late Storyline: About how four scientists and a rich businessman wield the extraordinary powers given by a mysterious cloud in space. Bottomline: Mere cardboard cut-outs
Intriguing love tale Are they in love or not? Fazil's latest offering is all about emotions.
Speed, sound and song It was a riotous confluence of mediums as Rajhesh Vaidhya's troupe paid musical obeisance to the Paramacharya. Tranquil delights Bombay Jayashree was at her mellifluous best for Krishna Gana Sabha. Majestic and refreshing The rasikas were treated to a wholesome fare as Gayathri Venkataraghavan rendered rare kritis. 
Skilful delineation of ragasAesthetic sensitivity to the nuances of the ragas in alapanas, deep involvement and integration of sahitya, raga, laya and sruthi characterised the vocal recital of Neyveli Santhanagopalan under the aegis of Rajalakshmi Fine Arts, Coimbatore. ... 
Vedas on CDThe bedrock of Hinduism is the Vedas whose chanting is said to spread vibrations of peace and good thought. The frenetic pace of modern life does not allow chanting of Vedic hymns let alone learning them. The next best way to reciting the mantras ... 
Melodic and lyricalThe Master Recording Company, Sangeetha, that has entered the Guinness Book of World Records by recording more than 300 audiocassettes of Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna under its banner, has now released six audio CDs — five comprising Tyagaraja ...
Come, pick your layer Mahesh Dattani's ``Dance Like A Man" is perfect for the harried urban audience of today.
Innovative metalcraftSIPA is a collective initiative that supports marginalised craftpersons directly by focussing on sustainable livelihood and income generation activities. Handcrafted metalcraft and basketry in many attractive and innovative designs are being ...
Architectural grandeur The temples of Andal-Rangamannar and Lord Vatapatrasayee, Srivilliputhur, are rich in sculptural beauty. Fascinating European collection The series on the Thanjavur Sarasvati Mahal Library concludes with a look at Raja Serfoji's interest in the European languages.
Place for peace and solace Gurunanak, on his return from Sri Lanka, is said to have stayed here. Consecration Mozhaiyur is a small village in Nagapattinam district, on the bus route between Mayiladuthurai and Vaitheeswaran Koil (bus stop — Chozhachakranallur/Mozhaiyur Road) with two ancient temples built more than 400 years ago. The presiding ... 
Ancient temple needs renovationOn the southern bank of the river Kudamuruty, a tributary of Cauvery, is a small village, Thillaiambur. It is near Valangiman, in Kumbakonam taluk of Thanjavur district. Home of many Sanskrit and Tamil scholars, the village is dotted with ...
Disability is not a handicap The Rehabilitation Centre for Blind Women, Mannarpuram, Tiruchi, celebrated Founder's Day recently. Homage through music and dance Cultural programme was part of Ramana Jayanti observed in Madurai. Dance fest Arangham Trust will host `Attam,' a three-day dance festival from August 17-19 at Dr. Nalli Gana Vihar, Sri Krishna Gana Sabha. The world premiere of Anita Ratnam's solo operatic creation, `Seven Graces' into aesthetic realms of Goddess Tara' ...
Go patrioticDoordarshan, Chennai, rolls out an exciting package on Independence Day, which begins with Mangala Isai at 5.30 a.m. A special episode of `Aha Paadalaam' at 9 a.m.; comedy skit at 10 a.m.; thematic programme featuring patriotic songs ...
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